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Lutheran Church Fundraising Campaigns That Inspire Giving

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Steier Group By the Numbers

3.4
Billion Raised
123
Of Fundraising Goal
90
Million Raised from Foundations
50
States and Provinces Served

Strategic Capital Campaigns
Built for Lutheran Churches

Fellowship Development journeys alongside you through the campaign process. From the feasibility study and campaign planning to donor communications, your Fellowship Development campaign manager will work onsite with you, supported by a full-service team that is designed to help Lutheran churches succeed.

Why Lutheran Churches Choose Fellowship Development

Onsite Campaign Leadership

Every Fellowship Development campaign includes a full-time, onsite campaign manager who works alongside your staff and volunteers throughout the process.

Proven Church Engagement

We are devoted to helping Lutheran churches succeed. Throughout the campaign, we help you foster ownership and involvement throughout your community.

Faith-Focused Communication

Our messaging and materials share your mission and vision – focused on the Lutheran faith.

Data Analytics and Technology Solutions

We help Lutheran churches harness data and digital communication to identify opportunities, engage donors more effectively and enhance campaign results.

Named one of the “Best Fundraising Companies in 2025” by The Lead Pastor

What people are saying about partnering with Fellowship Development

“Most importantly, and distinct from the other firms we considered, the Steier representative was in town, on-site, and personally available for weeks, not one or two, as the campaign was developed and begun. As the campaign went on, our Steier representative came back for visits as well as other personnel from their home base. The services they provided were personally delivered.”

Rev. Dr. Bradley R. Stoltenow
Senior Pastor, Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church – Centennial, Colorado

“Where we benefitted most from our partnership was in the design and grant writing processes, along with the organization of our donor outreach efforts. There was never a time throughout this journey where we felt lost or misguided. In fact, the opposite was true – we felt overwhelmingly prepared to tackle this fundraising effort from the get-go.”

Pastor Matt Schulte
Executive Director, Youth for Christ – Lincoln, Nebraska

“Our on-site campaign manager implemented a capital campaign that helped us garner support from the entire Norfolk community, including members of the Christ Lutheran congregation, school parents, alumni, members of the other LCMS churches in the area and local businesses. He fit in well with our staff and volunteers and he truly cared about our project. He kept us on track the entire way … making our 20-year-old dream a reality.

In addition to our on-site campaign manager, the support we got from the entire team was outstanding. The graphic artist did a beautiful job of designing our campaign materials, including our signature piece, the campaign case statement. A grant writer identified multiple foundations and helped us approach them for support.”

Drew Urban
Principal, Christ Lutheran School – Norfolk, Nebraska

“The experience was transformative for our cathedral community. Not only did we raise the most money that we’ve ever raised for a single project in our 163 year history, but we emerged with more energy and enthusiasm for the future, grew closer to one another, and learned deeper ways to trust our lives, and our life together, to God’s love and the Holy Spirit’s power. It also has helped deepen our spirituality around stewardship, and is moving us toward a healthier and more robust culture of giving, which is grounded in an experience of God’s abundance.

I agreed to write this letter to help introduce the Steier Group to Episcopal churches because I care deeply about the future of our tradition, and I believe the Steier Group can be an important partner in helping us to be faithful stewards of all that we have been entrusted with as Episcopalians, and strengthening our life together and our witness to the good news of Jesus Christ in the world.”

The Rt. Rev. Craig Loya
Bishop of the Episcopal Church in Minnesota, former Dean of Trinity Cathedral – Omaha, Nebraska

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At Fellowship Development, we believe every successful church capital campaign is built on four key pillars: a compelling vision, committed leadership, consistent momentum and clarity. Together, these elements do more than raise funds — they foster meaningful, faith-filled engagement and inspire generosity at every level. A Compelling Vision Clear funding priorities are essential, but a truly effective campaign begins with a bold, prayerful vision. Is your campaign aligned with your church’s mission and long-term strategy? Does it reflect the needs and hopes of your congregation? Does your capital campaign fill a dire need? Will it have an impact beyond a…
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Before You Begin: Six Essentials for Launching a Successful Capital Campaign

May 20, 2025
A capital campaign is more than a fundraising effort — it’s a strategic initiative that can shape your church’s future for years to come. Whether your goal is to expand your facility, launch a new ministry center or even eliminate debt, the groundwork you lay before launching the campaign is critical to your future success. Here are six foundational steps to take before you begin, to ensure your campaign is well-organized, widely supported and aligned with your mission and vision for the future. Start with mission and vision alignment The most successful campaigns are mission driven. Before discussing budgets or…
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How can Fellowship Development assist you?

Connect with us today! Tell us about your organization’s vision, goals and funding needs. Let us design a plan that helps you achieve your goals and advance your mission.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a fundraising consultant cost?

Fundraising consultant costs vary based on the length of the project, services offered and scope of the work. Lutheran church capital campaigns typically range from a few thousand to tens of thousands of dollars. The final cost depends on the complexity of the effort, with fees tied to planning, onsite consultant and more.

Do Lutheran churches do fundraisers?

Yes. Lutheran churches regularly conduct fundraising efforts to support building projects, school expansions, debt retirement and annual congregation needs. These efforts often take the form of capital campaigns, major gift programs and stewardship initiatives tailored to the mission and values of each parish.

How to hire a fundraising consultant?

Start by recognizing and defining your church’s biggest needs. Then research fundraising consultants with Lutheran experience and a history of success. Explore the services offered, the cost, references and make sure the approach aligns with your church’s mission and vision.